What they reported doing
- #1 primary $109KEVENTS TO PROMOTE MEMBERSHIP, DISCUSS THE CHANGES IN THE INDUSTRY, NETWORK, AND PROMOTE NEW MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE APPRENTICE PROGRAM.
- #2 $71KTOOLS FOR APPRENTICE PROGRAM
What they call their work
What they do
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Union-Affiliated Trade Apprenticeship & Training 2 activities
- Administers apprenticeship program support initiativesHosts events and provides tools to support the plumbing and mechanical trades apprentice program, facilitating industry participation and workforce development in Western New York.
- Offers career promotion and educational resources for skilled tradesProduces and distributes informational videos and resources to promote careers in plumbing, HVAC, and steamfitting trades and supports workforce recruitment in the mechanical construction industry.
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Industry-Specific Student Scholarships and Competitions 1 activity
- Awards scholarships to students in plumbing and mechanical construction fieldsProvides scholarships to students enrolled in full-time certification or degree programs related to the plumbing, heating, cooling, or mechanical construction industries.
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Construction Industry Professional Development & Networking 1 activity
- Conducts educational seminars and training events for membersOffers seminars on trade-related topics to keep member contractors informed about industry changes, technological developments, and regulatory requirements.
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Construction Industry Advocacy & Standards 1 activity
- Manages tiered membership programs for contractors and affiliated organizationsProvides Active Membership to licensed plumbing and mechanical contractors, Associate Membership to support service providers, and Government & Educational Membership to institutions involved in policy or education, including facilitating dual membership in national and state associations.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Organizes networking events for member contractorsHosts monthly membership meetings, annual golf and summer outings, and a holiday gala to support professional networking and community engagement among plumbing and mechanical contractors.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Produces and distributes member communications and trade directoriesProduces a monthly newsletter with local, state, and national updates and publishes a biennial Trade Directory containing product and service listings, government information, and licensed contractor data for the plumbing and mechanical industry.
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Unionized Construction Trade Advancement 1 activity
- Provides legislative and industry advocacy for member contractorsRepresents plumbing and mechanical contractors in Western New York through legislative representation, policy engagement, and industry promotion to support favorable regulatory and business environments.
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Who runs it
- ADAM MOLLENBERG — PAST PRESIDENT
- ADRIAN QUACKENBUSH — VICE PRESIDENT
- DREW MAINES — ASSOCIATE REPRESENTATIVE
- JOE MARCHITTE — SECRETARY
- JOHN NUTTLE JR — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH BENEDICT — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- MARK MUSKOPF — DIRECTOR
- MARK VOORHEES — TREASURER
- OMAR ABDALLAH — PRESIDENT
- PAT LEARY — DIRECTOR
- PAT MCPARLANE — DIRECTOR
Who they work with
- ADMAR Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Commercial Pipe and Supply Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Davis Ulmer Sprinkler Co. Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Duke Holzman Photiadis & Ritter Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- EDOS Manufacturing Reps Inc Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Eastcom Associates, Inc Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Emerson Swan Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Empire State Assoc. Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Erb. Co. Inc. Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- F & S Environmental Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Federated Insurance Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Fluid Kinetics Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Frank P. Langley Co. Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- GRABAR Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Green Genie LLC Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- H&V Equipment Sales Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- IRR Supply Centers Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- J.W. Swanson & Associates Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Julie Sawicki Partner — Contact person for scholarship information and distribution
- LEADSAFE Erie County Partner — Collaborates on lead safety initiatives in Erie County.
- Lawley Construction Insurance and Bonds Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Linde Gas & Equipment Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Lubrizol Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- M.I.S. of America Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Massive Testing & Balancing Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- Mechanical Contractors Association of America Network — Active members of WNY PMCA may become members of the Mechanical Contractors Association of America.
- Milwaukee Tool Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- NY Technologies Corp. Partner — Associate member of the Western New York Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Inc.
- National Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Network — Member contractors receive representation through national and state associations.
How they approach the work
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- Industry Collaboration and Advocacymethodology: trade-association-modelBy uniting contractors and advocating collectively, the organization strengthens the plumbing and mechanical trades, because shared goals, coordinated promotion, and policy influence improve industry standards, public perception, and business sustainability.
- Workforce Development Through Education Supportmethodology: workforce_development_through_education_supportBy offering scholarships and continuing education opportunities, the organization develops skilled individuals entering and working in the plumbing and mechanical trades, because sustained learning and financial support increase workforce capacity, professionalism, and long-term industry growth.